18k Gold & Argentium Stamped Bar Pendant

This pendant is defined by contrast, structure, and precision. A vertically oriented Argentium silver bar carries hand-stamped surface work, anchored by a solid 18k gold line running through its center. The scale is deliberate, the form is grounded, and the composition is singular. This is a one-of-a-kind pendant built at the bench and not to be recreated.

Architectural Form & Scale

The pendant is formed as a substantial vertical bar, measuring approximately 1.75 inches in length.

Its elongated structure creates a strong downward line, balanced by a solid, integrated bail designed to support heavier chains. The thickness of the bar provides weight and presence, allowing the piece to sit with intention at the center of the chest.

The linear form emphasizes clarity—direct, structured, and architectural in its execution.

Stone Composition & Visual Impact

This piece is driven by metal alone—contrast replaces stone.

A solid 18k gold bar runs through the center of the Argentium silver, introducing warmth against the oxidized surface. The hand-stamped markings create depth and variation, catching light across the surface while reinforcing the vertical flow of the design.

The interplay between gold and silver establishes a refined visual tension—controlled, deliberate, and balanced.

Forging Discipline

The pendant is shaped and refined through traditional silversmithing methods at the bench.

The Argentium silver bar is formed, then hand-stamped to create texture and pattern across the surface. Oxidation is applied to deepen the impressions, followed by selective refinement to highlight the raised areas.

The 18k gold element is integrated into the composition with precision, requiring control of alignment and proportion to maintain a clean, uninterrupted line through the center of the piece.

Specifications

• Material: Argentium silver with solid 18k gold
• Stone Details: None
• Fit/Size: Pendant measures approximately 1.75 inches in length
• Finish: Oxidized with hand-refined highlights
• Origin: Hand-forged in the Adirondack Mountains, USA
• Method: Traditional silversmithing, bench-built construction

Collector Statement

This pendant reflects a disciplined approach to form—where material, line, and surface are resolved with precision.

The integration of 18k gold within Argentium silver, combined with hand-stamped texture, positions this piece within collector-level work. It carries presence through restraint and strength through structure.

A singular expression of Adirondack artisan jewelry, built once and held within a limited body of work.

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Collected Work

This piece now resides in a private collection.

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